Teen Dating Violence
This type of abuse includes name-calling, threats, or making someone feel worthless.
emotional or verbal abuse
Human trafficking is often confused with this crime, but they are different.
smuggling
This term refers to the emotional and psychological manipulation used to control someone, often denying their reality.
gaslighting
Your friend’s partner always wants to know their location and gets mad when they don’t respond fast.
controlling behavior
Telling someone you don’t want to be touched is an example of this.
setting a physical boundary
A healthy relationship should always have this key element that means both people agree freely.
consent
Traffickers often use this method, like promises of love or jobs, to lure victims.
manipulation or grooming
when someone isolates you from friends or family as a way to gain control.
isolation
Someone gives expensive gifts early in a relationship and says, “Now you owe me.”
manipulation
This is the first step in setting boundaries—knowing what makes you feel safe and respected.
self-awareness
Checking your texts constantly, demanding passwords, or controlling who you hang out with are signs of this.
controlling behavior (or digital abuse)
This is one major red flag in a friend’s behavior that could indicate trafficking: avoiding eye contact, looking scared, or being unable to speak for themselves.
loss of personal freedom or control
When someone says “If you really loved me, you’d do it,” this is a form of what?
pressure
A person starts dressing differently, appears nervous, and won’t speak in front of their partner.
signs of abuse or trafficking
"I'm not okay with that" or "Please stop" are examples of this type of statement.
boundary-setting statements
Teens who experience dating violence are more likely to struggle with this mental health issue.
depression (or anxiety)
Teens can be trafficked without ever being taken far from home, even while still attending this.
school
This type of trafficking involves forcing someone to work for little or no pay under threat or control.
labor trafficking
Someone constantly jokes about hurting their partner, but gets angry when asked to stop or says, “You’re too sensitive.”
emotional manipulation or verbal abuse disguised as humor
True or False: If someone ignores your boundaries, it’s a red flag.
True
This national resource offers 24/7 help for people experiencing dating abuse.
Love is Respect hotline
This hotline allows people to report human trafficking or get help confidentially, 24/7.
National Human Trafficking Hotline
The secret online targeting of minors for trafficking often begins with this type of online message.
DM (direct message) or grooming message
You hear a teen say their older “boyfriend” takes their money and won’t let them leave the house.
sign of trafficking or financial control
When someone respects your “no” without pushing back, it shows this kind of relationship trait.
respect (or healthy communication)